Ryyan Alshebl: Flucht nach vorn

Ryyan Alshebl arrived from Syria to Germany in 2015, and in 2023 at age 29 was elected mayor of Ostelsheim in Swabia. His book is an optimistic counterpoint to political disillusionment and populism - a call for greater solidarity and understanding in German politics and society.

Alshebl demonstrates through numerous examples how politics can improve people's lives. He tackles problems at their source and finds pragmatic solutions. At the same time, he recounts his daily struggle with bureaucracy and explains why he never loses courage despite all obstacles.